They dance across the bottom of this little baby blanket (that took me absolutely forever to knit!)

~made with love~

by "gb"

even in the midst of winter-

new life springs forth~

Pattern details

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pattern-- my own

(really -- its just garter stitch every row with a 6 row

seed stitch border.)

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yarn -- Debbie Bliss baby cashmerino

(10 skeins!!!)

(I thought I would never see the end of knitting this blanket !)

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embellishments --

(a little bit of this and that)

An heirloom for our precious babe~

A Winter Garden Blanket~

How does your garden grow in winter?

﻿I love sharing with you the little trousseau that I've created for our newest little granddaughter. There are several more knitting posts to come yet -- so I hope you aren't bored already! Coming up next --- one more little "frosty" blanket that was made for our babe.

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Some updates~

The pink scarves are coming every week -- your generosity has absolutely just filled my heart with gratitude. I will be devoting an entire post to these beautiful gifts very soon- and I am also creating a Pinterest board to showcase ALL of the scarves!

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I'm already busy "nesting" this winter -- my hands never seem to stop --- and the first orders will be mailed out in the next week or so. My Grow Your Blog party begins on January 19--- if you want to gain new followers and readers for your blog - be sure you sign up for the party- you are all invited!! So far there over 250 participants -- the opportunity to grow your blog is immense!! The info is on my sidebar. The last date to sign up is January 15-- so that I have time to get all of the blogs loaded into the post -- whew- what a task!!!

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That purple is amazing! So very perfect for a beautiful little girl! The floral embellishments are out of this world, Vicki! I LOVE all the snowflakes and snow that you've photographed with your newest knitting. Love it!

oh. my. goodness...Vicki you are such an amazing artist!!!! This precious blanket is a true heirloom...I can't imagine receiving it for my newborn!!! I always love seeing what you are creating dear friend and I just wanted to wish you a beautiful, happy and healthy new year!!! hugs and love, Dawn

Dear Vicki, the winter garden blanket is absolutely gorgeous. The color is so beautiful and the trail of vine and flowers across it is just the perfect finishing touch. Your handiwork is always so incredible and definitely a gift to be cherished and treasured. Blessings for a wonderful day. Tammy

e.x.q.u.i.s.i.t.e!! Vicki!! I never tire of seeing your beautiful knitting!! what a wonderful way to start the new year with a new babe!! Congratulations to all! Wishing her a safe and beautiful arrival! blessings ~ tann

Precious and priceless Vicki,just like that new grand baby.I am thrilled to say our first one is due in June. I will be 68 in July and hubby 77,just thought this would nvr happen !I am already drolling and eyeing those baby treasures.Your beautiful nest sits next to my computer,I think of you often. Hope to be a better blogger this year,I've been way too busy.Happy New year..lov & Hugs, Amy Jo

Your winter garden for your sweet new grand baby is just beautiful!... oooh, I would love those for myself... and the color is my favorite... I am almost through crocheting my pink scarf to send you.. will you please email me where to send it?... I am also sending you my extra yarn from it... maybe you can use it somewhere in your sacred yarn room... xoxo Julie Marie

So dreamy, exquisite and perfect for Kadence. It Really is a labor of love.

I opened my computer and while waiting for email to load, found that your blog was top on my list to read this morning, so I opened your page. The first email in my list to read was yours re the blog party along w your very awesome compliment. I thought it was a very cool co-ink-ee-dink!

Vicki, I cannot tell you enough how beautiful this is. Everything you create is perfect and this is no exception. Love that you're thinking down the road and calling it an heirloom. Lucky granddaughter, that's for sure.kosec@sbcglobal.net

Hi Vicki, It works and your baby blanket is so beautiful. You can tell a lot of love has gone into making this for your precious little one. Thank you for your help Hugs and Prayers from your Missouri Friend.

Vicki,Love the color of this beautiful baby blanket. The flowers are amazing. Reminds me of your springtime garden. Congratulations to you and your family on the arrival of Kadence, what a blessing.Hugs,Karen

Hello my dear friend,I don`t find the comment I made here!!!, and am glad I came back, to tell you, that your new post is not showing up, when clicking it on my blog list!!!So now I can again tell you that this little blanket is the most adorable piece I have seen, so lovely in colour and the little roses, and your sweet little new grand baby can sleep beautifully under your loving gift!Hugs and kiss, dear Vicki.Dorthe

So beautiful Vicki!!! I love that you added the vintage bits to it too. Your creations are works of art, as well as future treasured heirlooms. And I'm in love with your idea to create a little trousseau for all of your sweet babes. xoxo

So beautiful Vicki!!! I love that you added the vintage bits to it too. Your creations are works of art, as well as future treasured heirlooms. And I'm in love with your idea to create a little trousseau for all of your sweet babes. xoxo

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I have worked as a neonatal nurse for 35 years. Married to Dan - a retired civil engineer - we love our life and are very blessed to have friends and family that we cherish. We live with kitties who are the "true" bosses of our house and have 5 Grand babies who we love more than life~~~Keri Beth,Kadence Noelle, Mason, Avila Jewel and Maddy. We LOVE to travel and are always either just getting back or just getting ready to go - someplace. Our favorite way to travel is on cruises and we have been around the world and back again. Our journeys have enriched our lives and made us appreciate our wonderful home, our family, and our friends. My suitcases are always in a state of readiness, one for my clothes, and one for my knitting - 2 Bags Full.